Gear Review 83
Helly Hansen Verglas 700 Down Jacket Review
John tests the Helly Hansen Verglas - A lightweight down jacket which packs a good punch for its weight.
Vango Nanga 60 + 10 Backpack Review
The Vango Nanga is a 60+10 Litre backpack from Vango with an interesting full-access zip for effective packing and access.
Mountain Equipment Fitzroy Jacket Review
Considering an insulated jacket? Eamonn has been wearing the Mountain Equipment Fitzroy for over four years. Testing doesn't get much more extensive than that!
MSR windpro 2 stove review
A remote canister gas stove featuring liquid feed?
Check out John's thoughts after an extensive review of the MSR Wind Pro II.
Lowe Alpine Cerro Torre 65:85L rucksack – gear review
Oisin has been using the Cerro Torre rucksack as his main load-lugger since October 2013. Here he shares his thoughts from extensive testing.
Vango Venom 200 Down Sleeping Bag Review
John has been testing the Vango Venom 200 two season sleeping bag in the Mournes. Check out his review here
Berghaus Arnside quarter zip micro fleece
The thermal properties of the Berghaus Arnside fleece would be minimal if simply worn next to the skin but worn with base layers and under a hard- shell the Arnside performs well. I’ve owned a Berghaus Arnside quarter zip fleece for around six months using it as a mid layer between a base layer […]
Merrell Crestbound Gore-Tex Boot Review
The Crestbound is a supportive, yet flexible mid-height leather hiking boot for those who like a flexible boot with a little more support. Mid height leather hiking boot. Weight: 1.4kg / 3lb 3oz Price: £160 RRP Overview After having reviewed the excellent, lightweight Merrell Grassbow, I found it to be a little lacking in support […]
Coleman Pictor X2 Tent – Gear Review
I purchased this tent in 2011 when looking for a reasonably sized backpacking tent to use for wild camping, hiking and general all round use. At the time I had never owned a tunnel tent before and felt hesitant about it’s strength; needless to say that after years of use I have realised it is […]
Vango Mirage 200 Tent Review
John reviews the Vango Mirage 200 tent
